Quiz on Jainism and Buddhism

Who was the founder of Jainism as per Jaina tradition?

• Mahavira

• Buddha

• Ashoka

• Chandragupta Maurya

Which ancient text contains hymns in praise of deities such as Agni, Indra, and Soma?

• Upanishads

• Rigveda

• Sutta Pitaka

• Arthashastra

What was the main purpose of early Vedic sacrifices?

• Gaining military power

• Seeking divine blessings for wealth, sons, and long life

• Expanding the empire

• Promoting trade

What was the kutagarashala?

• A Buddhist monastery

• A council hall for Vedic priests

• A hut with a pointed roof where philosophical debates took place

• A temple for Jain monks

What was the primary focus of the Upanishadic thinkers?

• Conducting elaborate rituals

• Understanding the meaning of life and rebirth

• Expanding kingdoms through warfare

• Worshipping a single deity

Which Buddhist text contains rules and regulations for monks?

• Sutta Pitaka

• Abhidhamma Pitaka

• Vinaya Pitaka

• Dipavamsa

Where did Buddha attain enlightenment?

• Sarnath

• Bodh Gaya

• Lumbini

• Kushinagara

Which of the following texts is written in Pali and chronicles the history of Sri Lanka?

• Arthashastra

• Mahavamsa

• Rigveda

• Dharmashastra

What does the term ‘ahimsa’ mean in Jainism?

• Ultimate liberation

• Righteous action

• Non-violence towards all living beings

• Cycle of rebirth

What did Buddha emphasize as a way to escape the cycle of rebirth?

• Performing grand sacrifices

• Following the path of moderation and righteousness

• Practicing extreme asceticism

• Praying to multiple deities